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WatchDog™
Data Loggers
Operation Manual
Model #'s
200, 225, 250, 400, 425, 450
Spectrum
Technologies, Inc.

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  • Page 1 WatchDog™ Data Loggers Operation Manual Model #’s 200, 225, 250, 400, 425, 450 Spectrum Technologies, Inc.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WatchDog Data Logger. Please read this manual thoroughly before using your instrument. For customer support, or to place an order, call Spectrum Technologies, Inc. at (800)248- 8873 or (815) 436-4440 between 7:30 am and 5:30 p.m. CST, FAX at (815)436-4460, or E-Mail at info@specmeters.com.
  • Page 3: General Overview

    General Overview Thank you for purchasing a WatchDog Data Logger. This manual describes how to use your WatchDog Logger and how to keep it working accurately for many years. Read this manual thoroughly in order to make effective use of your data logger. The WatchDog Data Logger series will allow you to record and visually monitor environmental conditions at remote sites.
  • Page 4: Specifications

    Specifications Model Internal Measurement Accuracy Measurement External Sensors Range Capacity Channels 7,000 None measurements - - - - - - - - - (3,500 per channel) 7,000 Temp -4° to 158°F ±1°F measurements -20° to 70°C ±0.6°C - - - - - - - - - (3,500 per channel) -4°...
  • Page 5: External Sensors

    External Sensors WatchDog model 200, 225, 400, 425, and 450 loggers have external channels (ports) for external sensor input. The following table lists the available optional sensors. Most sensors include a 6- foot cable with pin-type connector. Items 3667-20 and 6450WD20 have 20 foot cables.
  • Page 6: Installation And Placement

    Installation and Placement WatchDog loggers, or mini-weather stations, have the versatility to be located in any micro-climate for recording weather data. The optional sensors and mini-radiation shield include hardware for attaching them to a 1” to 1¼” outside diameter mast (pipe). Use a 5’ - 10’ length of conduit or pipe as the mast mount.
  • Page 7: Connecting To The Computer

    Connecting to the Computer To launch and/or download data from the logger, connect the logger to a computer via the data transmission cable. This cable is included with the SpecWare software package. The data cable connects to an available serial port on your personal computer and the port labeled “computer”...
  • Page 8: Specware Software

    SpecWare Software To use the WatchDog Data Logger, SpecWare software is required. SpecWare software is an integral part of the WatchDog logger. - Use SpecWare software to initially program or configure the logger for the specific external sensors being used. - Use SpecWare software to launch the logger to record specified parameters at chosen measurement intervals.
  • Page 9: Operation Of Digital Display

    Operation of Digital Display The digital LCD display is an exclusive feature of the WatchDog 200 and 400 series dataloggers. A visual display of the on-site readings correlates to the sensor configuration of the logger. - The LCD display is only active after the logger is launched from the PC and is logging data.
  • Page 10: Battery Replacement

    Battery Replacement Each WatchDog Data Logger is powered by a 3 Volt CR2032 battery. The battery has a life of 8 months continuous use, and a 2- year shelf life. It is user replaceable and can be purchased locally. Other battery numbers that may be substituted for a CR2032 are BR2032 or DL2032.
  • Page 11: Trouble Shooting

    Who do I contact? Contact the company you purchased the data logger from: Spectrum Technologies, Inc. or an authorized Spectrum Dealer. When Contacting Spectrum Technologies: Please indicate that you need Technical Support. Be prepared to: 1.
  • Page 12: Warranty

    RGA number or for the loss of the package by any shipping company. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Spectrum Technologies, Inc. 12360 S. Industrial Dr. East Plainfield, IL 60585 USA Model Numbers: 200, 225, 250, 400, 425, 450...

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